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C-Class Ready to Battle 3-Series
The new C gets two excellent new gasoline engines, more space, top-notch active-safety equipment, solid driving dynamics, an available air suspension and a spot-on interior that looks and feels truly premium.
Aug. 7, 2014 -
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GM Powertrain Chief Outlines Global Strategy
When a full-line automaker like GM sells more than 9 million vehicles around the world every year, a one-size-fits-all strategy won’t work.
Aug. 5, 2014 -
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Mercedes Diesel Does It
Editor's note: This story is part of the WardsAuto digital archive, which may include content that was first published in print, or in different web layouts.TRAVERSE CITY, MI – As I usually drive a hybrid to the Management Briefing Seminars, I jumped at the chance to pilot a highway-friendly dies...
By Christie Schweinsberg Blogger • Aug. 5, 2014 -
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July Fuel Economy Index Maintains Second-Best Score
The impact of alt-power vehicle sales gains was hampered by a market shift to heavier, less fuel-efficient segments.
By Erin Sunde • Aug. 5, 2014 -
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VW’s New 1.8L Turbo Delivers Efficiency On Road to MBS
We arrived in Traverse City with the trip computer reporting we averaged 35.2 mpg (6.68 L/100 km), just 0.8 mpg short of the official EPA number, even though the last leg of the trip has some significant hills.
Aug. 4, 2014 -
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Augmented Reality May Be Game Changer for Vehicle Interiors
“It is the first step into a new form of communication between vehicles and drivers,” says Eelco Spoelder, head of the Continental Instrumentation & Driver HMI business unit.
Aug. 4, 2014 -
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Ford SuperDuty May Get Higher Trim Level
Ford marketing manager Doug Scott says some Super Duty customers may want a trim level above the current top-of-the-line Platinum series.
By Byron Pope • July 28, 2014 -
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Chevy Cruze Diesel Caught in Game of Catch Up
Editor's note: This story is part of the WardsAuto digital archive, which may include content that was first published in print, or in different web layouts.The optional 2.0L 4-cyl. turbodiesel engine for the Chevrolet Cruze was one of the most eagerly anticipated arrivals of the ’14 model year ...
By James Amend • July 23, 2014 -
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Cruze Diesel Impressive Effort Against Germany’s Best
Clearly it will take time to find a following like VW has developed over decades in the U.S. But as far as the engine itself is concerned, the GM 2.0L turbodiesel is a strong start.
By Gary Witzenburg • July 23, 2014 -
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Ford Reveals ’15 F-150 Engine Ratings, Weight Savings
Ford’s all-new 2.7L EcoBoost V-6, which comes standard with auto stop/start, will make 325 hp and 375 lb.-ft. of torque in the new F-150.
By Byron Pope • July 22, 2014 -
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Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Heck of a Car
The car breaks the 700-hp barrier but isn’t like a wild animal that turns on you.
By Steve Finlay • July 22, 2014 -
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Porsche Sure to Score With Macan
If the Cayenne proved to be an easy layup for German engineers who knew nothing about SUVs, then the Macan is Air Jordan soaring through the lane, tongue wagging, ball raised like a lethal tomahawk about to find its target.
July 15, 2014 -
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Chevy Camaro Z/28 Sticks It
The Z/28, revived as top-of-the-range variant for the sports car line, receives a number of performance upgrades making it a race-track wrecker.
By James M. Amend • July 14, 2014 -
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New Lexus NX Short on Sport
Lexus’ first small CUV is stylish inside and out but lacks the athletic sounds and feel of its main competitors.
July 11, 2014 -
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Malaysia Reviewing Latest Green-Vehicle Proposal
The Malaysian Automotive Institute and the Malaysian Investment Development Authority are assessing the financial strength of two companies wanting to build energy-efficient vehicles.
By Alan Harman • July 8, 2014 -
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Outback Gets Out Front Among CUVs
The new ute comes with two capable engines, smooth and efficient CVTs, appealing but evolutionary styling and a roomy, stylish interior with a redesigned and user-friendly telematics interface.
July 7, 2014 -
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Spain Renews Scrappage Program, Adds EV Subsidies
It is estimated that the latest PIVE plan could extend into October, funding the purchases of about 175,000 new vehicles priced less than €25,000 before value-added tax.
By Jorge Palacios • July 2, 2014 -
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Use Your Data to Predict What Customers Will Do
Online shopping and buying has enabled companies to collect behavioral data, a strong predictor of customers’ future buying.
By Mike Wethington • July 2, 2014 -
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All Midsize Sedans Beware
The ’15 Hyundai Sonata is entering the fray older, wiser and looking for a bite of everyone’s lunch.
June 30, 2014 -
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Ford Looks for 1.0L Engine to Gain Traction in U.S.
Only 4% to 8% of Ford Fiesta customers in the U.S. select the model with the 1.0L mill. However, that’s in line with the automaker's modest sales targets, says Wade Jackson, Fiesta marketing manager.
By Herb Shuldiner 1 • June 30, 2014 -
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The Disconnect With Electric Cars
Editor's note: This story is part of the WardsAuto digital archive, which may include content that was first published in print, or in different web layouts.Sales of electric cars are low in numbers but growing by big percentages. Even so, automakers are losing money on every one they sell becaus...
By John McElroy 1 • June 27, 2014 -
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QNX Hopes to Solve Voice Woes With New Acoustics Software
Features of QNX’s Acoustics for Voice 3.0 software include echo cancellation and noise reduction, meaning in-car phone calls should become clearer on both ends of the line.
June 27, 2014 -
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Chevrolet Corvette Stingray - Ward’s 10 Best Interiors Awards Ceremony 2014
Editor's note: This story is part of the WardsAuto digital archive, which may include content that was first published in print, or in different web layouts.Highlights from the Ward’s 10 Best Interiors Ceremony held during the WardsAuto Interiors Conference on May 21, 2014 in Dearborn, MI. Wards...
June 27, 2014 -
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Hyundai Equus Ultimate - Ward’s 10 Best Interiors Awards Ceremony 2014
Editor's note: This story is part of the WardsAuto digital archive, which may include content that was first published in print, or in different web layouts.Highlights from the Ward’s 10 Best Interiors Ceremony held during the WardsAuto Interiors Conference on May 21, 2014 in Dearborn, MI. Wards...
June 27, 2014 -
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Kia Soul + - Ward’s 10 Best Interiors Awards Ceremony 2014
Editor's note: This story is part of the WardsAuto digital archive, which may include content that was first published in print, or in different web layouts.Highlights from the Ward’s 10 Best Interiors Ceremony held during the WardsAuto Interiors Conference on May 21, 2014 in Dearborn, MI. Wards...
June 26, 2014
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